We just found out our tenant lied on his application regarding the question "has occupant ever been asked to leave a property"..
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Answered on May 15, 2024
The lie in the application would not allow you to somehow speed up the eviction process. However, you may well have a claim against the property...
Do we still have to pay rent after our lease expires even though there will be new tenants living in the unit?
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Answered on May 15, 2024
Unless the lease has some kind of automatic renewal provision (as many do), you don't have to give notice - you would just need to move out before...
Landlord lying about split utilities, is it fraud?
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Answered on May 14, 2024
Yes, it sounds like fraud. Unless there is some applicable exclusion in the arbitration clause (e.g. many such clauses exempt claims which can be...
If you inherited a home in San Francisco that has tenants can you ask them to move to sell it?
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Answered on May 14, 2024
I must respectfully disagree with Ms. James. Most single family homes are subject to the eviction control portions of the SF rent control...
Is it legal for my sister to lock me out of a home I own with her and my other sister? While they are trying to get it sold?
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Answered on May 14, 2024
As co-owner, you would normally have a right of non-exclusive occupancy, and could not lawfully be locked out, or otherwise denied your...
My ex boyfriend whom I live with is getting a restraining order today to get me to move out. How long can I stay?
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Answered on May 14, 2024
I'm sorry you are facing this situation.
If the restraining order requires you to vacate, that would supersede normal eviction procedures, and...
May I pay for mold remediation in my rental house and deduct it off the rent, even if it’s upwards of $6k? My rent is $2,300/mo
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Answered on May 14, 2024
I'm sorry you are experiencing this.
The repair and deduct option is contained in Civil Code Section 1942, which caps the amount you can deduct...
How do I get a court order to serve a tenant an unlawful detainer through the mail?
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Answered on May 14, 2024
You can apply under CCP Section 415.45 for an order for service by posting/mailing, but must first establish the predicate facts required for such...
What do i do if my landlord says they served me a 60 day notice to vacate but didnt?
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Answered on May 14, 2024
I suggest you write back to the attorney, and detail why the proof of service is fraudulent(I am assuming that you have already checked with your...
I filed a complaint to name1 and Does 1 to 100, when they get served do I just serve name1?
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Answered on May 13, 2024
You would serve the named tenant/defendant, and could consider also serving prejudgment claims of right to possession on the Does.
I suggest you...
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